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Like other toilers in the science fiction and fantasy field, new writers often get their start by winning a contest in the genre. The Writer’s of the Future Contest tops most writing competitions lists...

The second Writers of the Future Contest article in the series, comprising the winner announcement dates and winners. To those new to the contest, it gives a general outline of significant events, deadlines, and when results are typically announced for each quarter.

I’ve connected with several past winners of the Writers of the Future Contest. Their invaluable advice will be featured in an upcoming article! View the growing list of contributors.

How do you pass the slush pile of one of the most known and respected vehicles for supporting new writers called L. Ron Hubbard's Writers of the Future Contest? The answer is simple, study this article and its resources, then put your story in front of the discerning eyes of First Reader Kary English.